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Public Holiday Nationwide

Birthday of José Gervasio Artigas and Never Again Day

Friday, June 19, 2026
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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Varies
  • Restaurants Varies
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Closed

🛋️ Long weekend potential

3-Day Block
FRI 19 Holiday
SAT 20 Weekend
SUN 21 Weekend

3-day weekend (June 19 – June 21)

📣 Traveler notes

Uruguay is a socially progressive, secular state and the second-smallest country in South America, located between Argentina and Brazil. Visitors should note that social greetings typically involve a cheek-to-cheek kiss. Punctuality is generally relaxed, and removing shoes before entering a private home is customary.

  • January 1: New Year's Day
  • January 6: Wise Men's Day
  • Carnival (date varies)
  • Holy Week (officially 'Tourism Week', date varies)
  • April 19: Landing of the 33 Patriots Day

About this holiday

This is a public holiday in Uruguay honoring José Gervasio Artigas and 'Never Again' Day.